Sheila E. Mourns Loss of Beloved Friend Cleto Escobedo, Calls Him 'Incredible'

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Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Sheila E. paid a heartfelt tribute to her close friend Cleto Escobedo, who passed away on November 11 due to complications from a liver transplant. In an emotional interview with People magazine, Sheila opened up about the loss of the talented musician and band leader. Sheila, who produced Cleto's first record in 1995, recalled receiving the devastating news at 1 AM during dinner. She had been praying that Cleto could hold on until she returned home on Thursday. "I lost a really good friend last night," Sheila expressed, struggling to hold back tears. The two became friends in the 1990s and worked together on several projects. Sheila spoke highly of Cleto's kind nature, describing him as "the nicest guy." She also revealed that they had joked about being related due to their similar surnames, which they had researched in the past. Sheila's emotional tribute was echoed on her Facebook post, where she described Cleto as a "true brother and an amazing musician." She expressed her heartbreak and sent her condolences to Cleto's wife, kids, and friends. Cleto Escobedo, the leader of the band Cleto and the Cletones, was 59 years old at the time of his passing. His death has left the music industry in mourning, with many paying tribute to his talent and friendship. In related news, Cleto's cause of death has been revealed as liver transplant complications. His passing has sparked an outpouring of condolences from fans and fellow musicians alike, with Sheila E.'s heartfelt tribute serving as a poignant reminder of the impact Cleto had on those around him.